2008 Peugeot 308 vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2008 Peugeot 308 and 2008 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (107 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 308. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Laguna (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 308. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 308.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Peugeot 308 | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Peugeot | Renault |
Model | 308 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |